HOME CONTACT Contact and locations TBILISOBA FESTIVAL UPCOMING PROJECTS RECENT PERFORMANCES SUPPORT CLASSES FIREFLY STUDIO PROJECTS and EVENTS Blog Search Results More Georgian Cultural Center PESVEBI presents: Oldest culture on earth Welcome to Georgian Cultural Center in New York Our center was established in 2000 Get a new experience in our unique center. "PESVEBI" means ROOTS. In 2000, I founded the Georgian Cultural Center "PESVEBI" a non - profit organization, to help introduce the traditional Georgian culture to the U.S. Thousands of children have grown up in our center. they have become professional dancers throughout their journey with us. Our team of teachers consist of top-level professionals. Every year our ensemble, which is located in multiple states, perform at hundreds of concerts, including Georgian dancing, signing, music, acting in the USA and also in various European countries. National Dance. Professional Group Hello My name is Shorena Barbakadze I am the founder of this center. National Dance. Children and new Generation groups National Choir. National Instruments

For grantees of Regrowth and Capacity or Support for Organizations, the period of a multi-year General Operating Support award or: [ORGANIZATION’S PROGRAMS ARE] made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The acknowledgement of NYSCA support is required for all public programs and services occurring within New York State. For grantees of Regrowth and Capacity or Support for Organizations, the period of a multi-year General Operating Support award or: [ORGANIZATION’S PROGRAMS ARE] made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The acknowledgement of NYSCA support is required for all public programs and services occurring within New York State. For grantees of Regrowth and Capacity or Support for Organizations, the period of a multi-year General Operating Support award or: [ORGANIZATION’S PROGRAMS ARE] made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The acknowledgement of NYSCA support is required for all public programs and services occurring within New York State. DECEMBER 23

CLASSES Georgian Folk Dance Shorena Barbakadze Jurkha Lomtadze Giorgi Goderdzishvili Folk instruments and Choir Ivan Goderdzishvili POP Songs Nini Tsiklauri Clay sculpture and Fine Art Classic Title ხატვა და ძერწვა ART Classes Georgian Language Rusudan Galdava Chess Avtandil Chanadiri Violin Natalia Goderdzishvili BALLET CLASS MARIAM KUKULADZE GEORGIAN DRUM CLASS

GEORGIAN CULTURAL CENTER Vocal Instructor NINI TSIKLAURI Professionals work in our studios. Nini Tsiklauri is a singing teacher she is a very famous face and famous singer. Hip-Hop instructor Tekle Goderdzishvili

Locations and Contacts 1 2006mcDonald Avenue Brooklyn NY 11223 2 430 Market street Nanuet Ny.10954 3 314 US-9N Englishtown,NJ07726 Mail E.mail: pesvebi_us@yahoo.com Share Pesvebi ny-GCC TEL: 718-514-3655 718-954-6880

January 28th January 28th January 28th January 28th TV SHOW TV SHOW TV SHOW TV SHOW FEBRUARY 4th FEBRUARY 4th FEBRUARY 4th FEBRUARY 4th Vano and Dato singing event Vano and Dato singing event Vano and Dato singing event Vano and Dato singing event TBILISOBA 2023 NY. OCTOBER 15TH 3700 SURF Avenue Brooklyn NY 11224. TBILISOBA 2022 TBILISOBA 2019 NY TBILISOBA 2018 NY Art. Director: Ivan Goderdzishvili Musical Director: Irakli Beglarashvili Choreographers: Shorena Barbakadze Jurkha Lomtadze George Togonidze The event will cover "IMEDI TV skhva rakursi Gia Jajanidzestan ertad" TBILISOBA festival which celebrates the diversity and history of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. It was first held on October 28, 1979, and has since become an established tradition. The festival features open-air concerts of traditional music, dancing and various cultural events, centered on Old Tbilisi, the historical part of the city. For the first time in New York was held on October 8, 2017 Organized by Georgian Cultural Center " PESVEBI " on Staten Island at Wolf Pond Park. It was a very emotional, exciting, energetic and very fun event Which was attended by 3000 guests Despite the rainy weather. The event was attended by the Consul General of Georgia Diana Jgenti, and the politician Scott Stringer's representative Ari Kagan, The event was also attended by the representative of Staten Island City Hall. Representatives of various televisions and radio broadcasters. We have invited a very popular TV show from Georgia " Skhva Rakursi Gia Jajanidzestan Ertad " Who has covered " TBILISOBA " in Georgia from New York and took a very high rating. A great concert was held where Georgian, American, Ukrainian, Hebrew and Moldovan singers and dancers arrived for this event specially. Georgian ensembles of dance and singing in the USA also participated ensemble MAMULI from Philadelphia, ensemble IBERIELEBI from New Jersey, Georgian Cultural Center "Dancing Crane" from New York and Georgian Cultural Center "PESVEBI". The musicians participated in live music: (musical Director) Irakli Beglarashvili,Nikoloz Eliava, Nodar Obolashvili,Giorgi Janiashvili,Irakli sharadze,Ramaz Sagirashvili,Merab Ebralidze,Tinatin Narimanidze and Artistic Director Ivan Goderdzishvili. The stars of the Georgian singers also sing: Nini Shermadini,Nini Tsiklauri, Anna Kolkkhidashvili, Levan shengelia,Kristi Shushadze, Niko Nadirashvili, Vlad Aramov,Davit Ambrosidze. Sports competitions were also held in judo, football and chess, Lottery tickets were held where lucky guests gained very expensive prizes, Georgian restaurants prepared delicious Georgian dishes. The artists held an exhibition of paintings, Handmade items and souvenirs were sold. On this day we offered a new experience to the American community, after which all were happy. RESTAURANTS: Mtskheta, Pirosmani, Georgian Bread "TONE" , Tamani Food, Georgian Limonade " NATAKHTARI ". Tbilisoba The tradition of the event was introduced in New York to introduce a new culture to the American community, the Georgians to get acquainted with new people and acquire new friends. This day is a long-lost acquaintance with each other and it is very good.We hope that the number of 3000 will be increased every year, and every year more people will join us. This year TBILISOBA Festival will be held on Staten Island Midland Beach Father Capodanno Blvd and Lincoln Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305

SHORENA BARBAKADZE President FOUNDER AND CHOREOGRAPHER Creative and successful leader of ‘PESVEBI” since 2001, Shorena creates highly beautiful relationships with parents, children, teachers, musicians and clients. Strong management leadership abilities, fine interpersonal skills in communications, highly focused representative of Georgian cultural and performing arts, effectively meets the demands in leadership as the day-to-day head of Pesvebi Inc. as a dynamic and growing company. Recipient of numerous awards, recognitions, diplomas, appreciation certificates, and testimonial letters of support from Georgia and U.S. SKILLS Project management, teaching strategy, communication and relationships, team builder and leadership, Georgian folk dance teacher, Georgian Folk dance performer, knowledge of 15 Georgian dance dialect styles from the western and eastern regions of the country WORK EXPERIENCE ● Specialized dance school 1985-1989 ● Dancer of Georgian folk ensemble “HERETI” 1990-1996 ● Choreographer in children's dance ensemble “Sakartvelo” 1996-1998 ● Dancer of Georgian folk ensemble “Varazi” and ensemble based at Georgian Medical university 1996-1998 ● Dance performer since 1998-present days ● Founder of Georgian dance children’s group (future Pesvebi) 2001-present days ● Board of director of “Pesvebi” 2011-present days ● Bachelor’s degree in science 2017-2020 ● Work studying in TOURO college 2018-2019 ● Paraprofessional in New York public school 2019-2021 Victoriya DZHAVAKHISHVILI Secretary vargo@argocommunity.com (718)300-7276/ (646)961- 0696 NEW YORK NY ARGOCOMMUNITY.ORG LANGUAGES: English, Russian. Georgian. SUMMARY Experienced and multifaceted professional with a strong background in stomatology, psychology, business administration, and paralegal studies. With a diverse career spanning from medical practice to arts and community service, I have demonstrated leadership and excellence in various roles. As the founder of multiple non-profit organizations, I am passionate about community development and support. My artistic background in traditional Georgian dance, rhythmic gymnastics, and theater complements my professional expertise, making me a well- rounded individual committed to making a positive impact. Proud mother and grandmother, dedicated to nurturing and supporting my family and community. Levan Namitcheishvili Treasurer Levan Namitcheishvili 1 318 W 6th St, Apt C6
 Brooklyn, NY 11204
 Phone: 347-385-3735
 Email: Levani71@yahoo.com Education: Doctorate in Management (PhD)
 Georgian International University, 2011-2015
 USA Master's in International Affairs
 City University of New York, 2009-2011
 USA Post Graduate Study in Industrial Economics
 Kutaisi Technical University, 1993-1996
 Georgia Business Philosophy Program
 Dulman, Germany, 1992-1993 Combined Bachelor/Master Program in Chemical Engineering Technology
 Kutaisi Technical University, 1988-1993
 Georgia Minor in German Language and Literature
 Kutaisi State University, 1988-1992
 Georgia Work Experience: Assistant to Vice-Mayor (Finance, Public Health)
 Kutaisi Mayor's Office, Property Management, Kutaisi Town Hall, 1995-1997 Head of Information Department (Property Management)
 Kutaisi Mayor's Office, Kutaisi Town Hall, 1993-1995 Head of German-Georgian House
 Kutaisi, Georgia, 1997-1999 Project Manager
 Vocational Training and Job Center (funded by US), Kutaisi, Georgia, 1999-2000 Intern
 US Government-funded project in Vocational Training and Job Center, Kutaisi, Georgia, 2001-present Skills: Computer Literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Managerial and Marketing Acumen International Trade Expertise Income Management Expertise Public Health Expertise Languages: Georgian (Native) English (Fluent) German (Good) Russian (Good) French (Fair) • NINO MAGALI Vice President Event Manager Nino Magali is a dedicated Georgian-American community advocate and volunteer, born and raised in Brooklyn. Since age 20, she has been passionately involved in her community, contributing through volunteering, advocacy, and assistance. Nino holds a BA in Political Science and boasts over 22 years of experience in politics, government, and the non-profit sector. As a devoted mother to her beautiful daughter, Yassmin (Mimi), Nino balances her family life with significant community roles. She serves on the School Leadership Team (SLT) Committee, where she helps develop educational policies. Additionally, Nino is the Chairperson of the Title 1 Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Committee, working to create a robust Parent and Family Engagement Policy in collaboration with the SLT, aligning with Title I and Chancellor's Regulation A-655 requirements. Nino's leadership extends to her role as Vice President of the Title 1 District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) and Vice President of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Professionally, she is the Special Assistant to an Executive Director in a major non-profit organization, supervising a team of 20 staff members. Her extensive experience and unwavering commitment make her a cornerstone of her community, continuously striving to enhance educational policies and parental involvement. NATALIA GODERDZISHVILI Adviser As “Pesvebi” Inc.’s Board President, Natalia is a highly motivated and successful team member of “PESVEBI” since 2008, with strong experience working with children, teaching, project management, leadership, troubleshooting and cross-functional company support, a true and invaluable team member with passion for learning and growing within the organization. Strong knowledge of Georgian folk music, folk instruments and classical western instruments SKILLS ● Project managing ● Professional violin player ● Strong knowledge of Georgian folk music, songs, instruments ● Time management ● Leadership ● Interpersonal skills ● Knowledge of microsoft office ● Organized WORK EXPERIENCE ● Specialized music school 1986-1996 ● Chamber orchestra of Tbilisi State University 1997-2005 ● Private violin lessons 1998-2007 ● Violin Teacher, vocal choir conductor helper, singer and performer at Georgian cultural center “PESVEBI” 2008-present days IVAN GODERDZISHVILI Adviser As a creative and successful leader of “PESVEBI” since 2001, Ivan is an ethnomusicologist trained in Georgia, he sings, plays and teaches more than 12 instruments including traditional string, wind and percussion instruments, he leads the “PESVEBI” live musicians as part of Pesvebi dance and music performances, through his vast knowledge of the history of Georgian folk music, his high standards of performance have helped develop Pesvebi’s fine reputation in Georgia as well as throughout the U.S. Georgian community SKILLS ● Professionally plays more than 12 instruments ● Professional vocal choir and instrumental ensemble conductor ● Outstanding teacher ● Singer ● Music producer engineer ● Performer ● Project manager ● Computer skills WORK EXPERIENCE ● School teacher assistant 1990-1994 ● Musician and singer at Georgian folk music and dance ensemble “ROKVA” 1994-1998 ● Soloist singer and musician at Georgian folk ensemble “KOLKHETI” 1996-1998 ● Musician and singer at Georgian folk music and dance ensemble “VARAZI” 1997-1998 ● Founder of Georgian dance children’s group (future Pesvebi) 2001-present days ● Board of director of “Pesvebi” 2011-present days ● Children’s Vocal choir conductor, music teacher and performer at Georgian cultural center in NY “PESVEBI” Michelle Abramov Volunteer